This Genius Cauliflower Sloppy Joe Recipe Saves You More Than 100 Calories

Oh, sloppy Joe. You were the hero of our elementary school lunches, our weeknight dinners when it was Dad's turn to cook, and our white T-shirts that were waaay too clean. We're not ashamed to admit it: Few things are as satisfying as a mouthful of sloppy Joe. But considering one sandwich racks up at least 300 calories and 1,600 mg of sodium, sloppy Joe is definitely an imperfect hero. Until now.

Just add some chopped carrots and celery and cook the mix until it's the texture of meat, then add in some tomato paste and hot sauce. Bam! A sloppy Joe alternative that's great for everyone — vegetarians, vegans, and waistline-watchers alike. Finally, the hero we need and deserve.

(But if Cauliflower Sloppy Joes aren't your thing, don't give up on the versatile veggie just yet! Try some crispy cauliflower wings, mouth-watering cauliflower pizza, or even cauliflower steak. Because yes, cauliflower steak exists, and it is delicious.)